Poropuntius Lobocheiloides
📖 Overview
Poropuntius Lobocheiloides (Poropuntius lobocheiloides), first described by Kottelat, 2000 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 13.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8. Lower jaw sheath thickened and broad, with a sharp edge; lower lip restricted to corner of mouth; 16-17 predorsal scales . Mouth almost straight, very wide, width equal to head width at mouth level; elongate body, depth 4 times in SL .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Poropuntius Lobocheiloides is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Poropuntius Lobocheiloides.
🔍 Similar Species
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